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Q: What is the best shotgun for turkey hunting?
whats the best turkey gun at $400 or less preferably but Im open to all price ranges so please feel free. I would definently like a 12ga or perhaps even a 10ga. single shot,pump and semi-auto acceptable.
A: Mossberg Field Model 500 in 12 gauge pump shotgun.* reasonably priced, light weight, rugged, dependable, smooth working action. Does what all the others do but for a lot less $$$$.*
Q: whats the best turkey hunting shotgun to buy? the most for your money..?
Hey everyone, im in the market for a new shotgun. whats the best turkey hunting shotgun for decent price. i was looking at a mossberg in walmart the other day. that looked nice. i want 12 guage and camo
A: Remington 870 will be a fine choice. It is known for it’s durability and dependability, as well as it’s low price. It also comes in a turkey camo. You can get one with a 3″ chamber or a 3 1/2″ chamber, however I have never found it necessary to use anything bigger than a 3″ magnum.
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_870/model_870_express_turkey_camo_specs.asp
Q: I was just wondering whats the best shotgun for turkey hunting?
I am going on this springs turkey hunt in nothern michigan (first time turkey hunting) any sugesstions would be greatly appreciated.
A: A 12ga. shotgun with a tight choke is the best thing for turkey hunting. You should have at least a full choke. There are many specialty chokes for turkey hunting. You’ll need to shoot several different loads to see which one patterns best in you gun. Aim for the head since the feathers can slow or stop the pellets and a turkey shot in the body can run or fly off, possibly dying where you can’t find it. Even one pellet in the brain will drop him where he stands. They often flop around after being shot so be careful when you grab the bird since a tom can have sharp spurs on the back of his legs. All the major manufacturers make turkey loads which are usually copper plated and buffered which helps keep pellet deformation to a minimum. My gun, a Mossberg 500 with a 20″bbl and a ported choke (.675) shoots the best patterns with a Federal Premium Turkey load,( 2oz. of 7 1/2 shot, about 700 pellets). It puts about 110 to 115 pellets on a turkey target at 30 yards. Any shot size from 4 to 7 1/2 will work. Good luck and remember, a turkeys vision is his best defense so sit very still and have everything camoed you should do great.
Q: What is the best shotgun for turkey hunting under $400?
I am looking into a mossberg.
Can i have one that can take heavy loads
A: The mossburg 535 is a nice gun for the money ( about $325). Comes with a turkey ( 22inch) and a waterfowl ( 28 inch) barrels fiber optic sights, and mine even came with a tru-glo red dot. Shoots up to 3 1/2 inchers, although i found out that the 3 inch loads, which are not much lighter at all ( only 1/8 ounce shot) shoot much tighter patterns. I use it for turkey and coyotes at night. For the money, I don’t think you can find a better pump.
Q: what is the best shotgun for turkey and deer hunting?
I have been advised to use a remington 1187. I would just use the modified stock choke for turkey and buy a slug barrel for deer. Is that the best choice? I dont want anything crazy, just a good, reliable and versitile gun.
A: To me, you’re really asking four questions: 1) Remington vs. other brands/makers, 2) semi-auto vs. pump, 3) gas vs. inertia in semi-autos, 4) purpose-built vs. generalist.
1) Remington is a fine brand. If you’re looking a Wal-Mart or the gun store in a smaller community that only has parts for one shotgun, Remington will be it. You can always find a Remington shotgun in your price range and everyone will be familiar with the model nomenclature. Mossberg competes with it in the value (good quality, good price) category, but Remington’s can go up alot in price point too.
2) The 1187 is a semi-auto that has an action that’s been around for quite a while in gun terms. It cycles lighter rounds reliably (Guns, 9/2005), something that can be somewhat of a problem for semi-autos. By definition this action will be more difficult to keep clean, need more care and be more complex to completely disassemble than a pump. (I point this out since you seem to be rather new to shotguns–which is great.) I like pumps most for defensive shooting. There’s not only less to fail, nothing replaces the racking of a pump shotgun as a “Leave now!” invitation. The gas system in the Remington (please don’t call it a “Remmy”–ever) reduces recoil well. I think that can be an important part of your decision. That said, my thin daughters have handled my pump 12 gauges without any flinching since their teens.
3) You can have your semi-auto and still have a lower maintenance gun. There are non-gas, inertial systems such as the one make famous in the Benellis (http://www.chuckhawks.com/benelli_inertia_action.htm). I’m not knocking Remington when I say that I like the Benelli system as well. I have a Browning Gold that is like the Remington gas system and it’s my favorite all-around shotgun. I also have a Super Black Eagle (SBE II). It doesn’t seem to me that it absorbs as much as the direct gas system guns, but it’s easier to clear (gas tube!) and seems willing to run forever without signs of sticking due to fouling. And it costs more… much more. Then there’s the Beretta gas system… It’s supposed to be self-cleaning. You know there’s no free lunch, though. (If you only read one link I’ve given, read this on gas systems: http://www.chuckhawks.com/shotgun_gas_actions.htm. I love Chuck Hawks’ site.) If you hear about the dove hunts in Argentina then you will hear about Berettas and Benellis. I have a Benelli Nova (pump) in camo that goes for around $400 on sales at big gun stores when hunting season starts. I think its a good comparison model for a pump vs. the 1187.
4) There are several sub-models of the 1187. You can get it in a longer barrel for waterfowl. It comes in a mid-length sportsman’s model (good all-around choice) and one styled to be a tactical shotgun. You won’t need the longer smooth barrel for turkey–just a tight choke. (You can buy the gun this way or get an aftermarket turkey choke tube to install.) You can buy the turkey specialist (http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-11-87/model-11-87-sportsman-super-mag-shurshot-turkey.aspx) and still swap out to a slug barrel (one here with links to others: http://www.cabelas.com/p-0005760212138a.shtml). The thumbhole stock on this sub-model is a personal preference (IMHO). You can get a barrel that is cantilever (scope mounting rail attached to the barrel itself; http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/99537-1.html).
What you most need to consider: fit. It’s amazing how one shotgun may “shoulder” (come up to a natural pointing position and seat well) for you than another. You need to go to a gun store and shoulder a few shotguns one right after the other to see what I mean. Here is where you get into gun geometry and hear terms like “comb” and “pitch” (http://www.gunnersden.com/index.htm.shotgun-stock-fitting.html). When I’ve helped a friend purchase a shotgun, this has almost always (OK, always) settled which one they purchased. If you have to adjust your face to the stock, you may miss a shot. This wastes shells and may lose the game you hunt. Advice is a good place to start, but don’t stop there. Handle some shotguns, listen to advice from someone who can talk to you about how a shotgun fits you. There are many good shotguns (I own six), but not one of them is a gun that won’t fit you.
Q: What is the best 12 gauge shotgun for turkey hunting?
I am looking to buy my first 12 gauge shotgun and i need some sugestions
A: While a pump is not necessary for turkey, it is more versatile. I recommend a Mossberg 500 (or 500 Bantam) for their features:
* Drilled and Tapped – All 12 and 20-gauge models feature a drilled and tapped receiver, factory-ready for scope base and optics installation.
* Quality ques – a combination of dual extractors, twin action bars, positive steel-to-steel lock-up, and anti-jam elevator combine for reliable, smooth operation.
* Ported barrels – select 12 and 20-gauge barrels are factory ported for reduced muzzle jump and felt recoil.
* Fiber optic sights – fully adjustable front and rear fiber optic sights standard on all turkey models – perfect for use in low light conditions.
* Choke tubes – Interchangeable Accu-Choke tube set and wrench and X-Full choke tubes included on select models.
* Turkey features – XX-Full extended choke offered on select turkey models.
* Free gun lock and a 10-year limited warranty
* Made in USA
* Affordable at under $338 MSRP
If money is no object, try a Beretta A391 Xtrema2 Camo KO (MSRP $1,700), a Browning NWTF GOLD Ultimate Turkey (MSRP $1,513), or a Winchester Super X3 NWTF Cantilever Extreme Turkey (MSRP $1,399).
Q: what is the best shotgun shell for turkey hunting?????
im going hunting this weekend and im wondering what is the best shotgun shell for turkey hunting
A: My personal preference is a #6 in a 3″ magnum shell. Check to see if you gun can fire the 3 or 3.5″ shells, if not, a 2 3/4 will do and you might want to move up to a 4 or 5, though.
Some of my friends and spoke highly about the new alloy type shells for turkey. Tungsten and Bismuth, but I have not used them yet. Hope you get a gobble goose!
Q: What is the best economical shotgun(s) for deer/turkey hunting? ?
Best scenario would be one gun for both but would consider separate guns if necessary.
A: Mossberg 500 or Remington 870 with interchangeable barrels, I slug, I smoothbore with the screw in choke system.
Q: what is the best way to go turkey hunting with a .410 shotgun?
A: Just like any other shotgun, let them get in withing 15 yards then aim for the head. even when m deer hunting with a 30-30 i like to take shots within 20 yards. or whatever you feel comfortable with.
Q: What is the best shotgun choke to use for hunting turkeys?
A: extra-full, barring that, regular full
Q: Best hunting shotgun for me.?
I am looking for a shotgun at around $300-$400. I am going to hunt rabbit, squirrel, turkey, and deer. I may eventually go waterfowl or dove, but i have other guns for that. I will buy a slug barrel for deer. My dad asked our local gun store dealers for tips on what to do, and they said any mossberg or remington will do fine, but make sure i get a mossberg barrel(yes there is mossberg barrels for remington guns, and i have been told that those barrels are the best, if anyone has anything to debate over that then say so.) So try to limit it to remington or mossberg.Here are my questions and statements.
Is a 20 or 12 better(i can handle a 10, and i love recoil, so no real need for 20 unless you guys suggest it.)
For the turkey, squirrel, and rabbit should i use a full or modified choke?
Should i get an automatic or a pump?
Is there any specific model you suggest, and if there is give me reasons why.
The gun needs to be able to be put through abuse, and weather.
I am wanting it to be wood, with a blued barrel, but it can be synthetic, but it HAS to have a blued barrel.
I want it to be reliable, and last me at least 30 years if I take care of it.
I want a 3inch for both, but if it is an automatic it has to be a 3inch which can also shoot a 2 3/4inch just as easy as a 3inch, but if it is a pump, it can be a 3 1/2 inch.
I will buy the slug barrel in the future, so the gun itself can be anywhere between my price range.
If there are any more questions please feel free to ask, but answers will have to wait until i get out of school first. Please put your input and any suggestions, give me good explanations and reasons to help me out please because i have been looking for a good 2 months and have not really narrowed it down to a lot of things, and Christmas is coming up soon and i am going to ask for this shotgun for Christmas. Thanks.
Ok lets fix some things up, i will only use th 10 gauge i said for waterfowl and waterfowl only, not everything…i know a 12 is bigger than a 20….and mountain man shutup because i am 14 and i have shot guns since i was 5, so shutup with your stupid comments i see on every questions.
Ok it looks like it will be a remington 870(someone suggest a model) or a mossberg…which one should i choose?
A: Now I don’t know what would be the best hunting-wise since I don’t hunt, I target shoot and plink, but I have always preferred using my own Remington 870 over using my dad’s Mossberg500 and my grandpa’s Winchester..Remington 870s are hard to beat and very dependable, lasting for many years if maintained a little bit to keep them running smooth…..no need to deal with a semi-auto (semi-autos jam from time to time, especially if they aren’t well kept or if they are dry fired a lot, and it doesn’t matter what brand it is or whether it is a pistol, shotgun, or rifle….it happens to all of them), a simple pump action is more dependable….Anyway, a 20 gauge is big enough (little lighter than the 12 gauge, so its going to be easier to carry through the brush and such) and it does just about as good as a 12, however, they do not make a whole lot of barrels/accessories (if any) for the 20 gauge (believe me, I have looked all over for a different barrel for mine, so that I could try out a slug), so your best bet is to go with a 12gauge in Remington if you are really wanting to swap the barrels and customize it some….I really like the look of wood on my 870, but if you are really wanting to trek it through the woods and put it through the “weather”, I might suggest getting a synthetic stock because they are more durable than the wooden ones and they won’t get damaged from your “weather” issues..You are aware that the smaller the gauge number, the bigger the shell/slug that it shoots, right?
Q: what is the best hunting shotgun?
what kind of shotguns can be used and are made for all kinds of hunting, whether it be upland pheasants, spring turkeys, or winter rabbits, as well as having fun with clay pigeons?
and can guns specifically made for sporting clays be used for bird hunting, since clays are made to mimic the flight patterns of birds?
A: There is no “best” hunting shotgun as there are so many guns that are specialized to a particular style of hunting. That said, I have used my Mossberg 500 for all of the above and more. With modern screw in chokes and replacement/specialty barrels there are many pump and autoloading shotguns that are very versatile indeed. Check out a bunch of them and your “best” will be the one that fits you best and feels right.
Q: What would be the best pump shotgun for deer hunting (using slugs) and home defense (using shot)?
I am looking for an affordable 12 gage pump shotgun for multiple uses; home defense and hunting deer and turkey. I want to use slugs for deer hunting but I know that slugs would not be a reasonable home defense ammunition. What should I look to purchase?
A: Take a look here…… Mossberg offers a 500 model 12 gauge pump that come with 2 barrels….. The long one is for hunting — When you get home put the short one on for home defense……
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/54169.jpg
Mossberg makes excellent shotguns….. Don’t let the inexpensive price fool you. These are really nice shotguns……
Ammunition for home defense?…. Buckshot of course…. 8 or 9 pellet 2 3/4 inch is perfect…. Here is whats in my Mossberg shotgun……
http://www.wolfammo.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=18&Itemid=35
Q: What is the best shotgun for deer hunting?
I am looking for a really good shotgun for hunting deer (shooting slugs). I know I want a brand new one and a new model as well. I will spend up to about $1000 but prefer to spend about $700-800. I also want something that I can also use for turkey hunting (something that comes with different barrels or chokes). I was looking online (winchester, mossberg & Remiington) but there are so many different models on the websites I dont know which is the right one? Any help would be appreciated. Please include specific model #’s or links so I can find it.
for everyone that says mossberg 500 how about this one – do you think it is better than the 500??
http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?id=11
A: I would get a Rem 870 with a rifled barrel and a separate smooth bore barrel that has removable choke tubes. You can get a turkey choke tube for it and be all set.
Q: whats the best type of shotgun for overall hunting?
i am looking to get a shotgun but i mainly hunt turkey and deer but ocasionally go for rabit, duck, goose and coyotes what would you recomend i am looking at a reminton 870 is this a good choice?
A: The Remington 870 is a fine choice…. I happen to prefer the Mossbergs but will concede the 870 is a very nice shotgun for hunting…
Drop by your local gun dealer and look over, shoulder and see what shotgun seems the “most point-able” for you….
For rabbit and smaller critters I use a Remington 870 Express….
For turkey, and ducks I use a Mossberg 835….
and coyotes its a toss-up — either and 870 express or a Mossberg 500 field shotgun….
If this is your first shotgun then surely consider the Remington 870… As you hunt more you may feel certain shotguns may have advantages over others and may purchase more…. But the 870 would be a decent first shotgun…..
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_870/model_870_express.asp
Another excellent choice would be the Remington 870 combination — 2 barrels are included – 1 for deer and the other for everything else….
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_870/model_870_express_combos.asp
http://www.shotgunworld.com/
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